Top 4 barefoot hiking boots cut in half - Vivobarefoot + more
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00:00 Intro
00:49 What boots do we have?
4:23 Surprise Smelling Salts
05:49 What are barefoot boots made of?
08:49 What barefoot boot is thiccccest
09:42 What barefoot boot has the best lining
13:11 Cool barefoot boot insoles
15:52 The Midsoles (or lack there of)
17:02 Walking on the outsoles
20:45 What barefoot boot is best put together
23:38 Cutting Barefoot shoes in half
27:49 Breaking down the Cut in Halfs
30:59 Best Barefoot Boot for you
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Love to see some soft star content! Their facility is in a super cool building in my small town, good people there and made in USA!!!
Idea to test wear resistance of soles beyond hardness!
Use the bar-drop-set-up and a precise scale. + belt sander with new belt.
-Weigh the shoe.
-Let the bar rest inside a shoe, pushing the heal against a small belt-sander.
-Run the belt sander for a fixed amount of time.
-Compare the weight of the shoe after test to original weight to determine how much rubber has worn off.
I suspect some softer soles will wear less than some hard ones and I am curious to know!
Thank you for making these videos! They are highly informative!😊
Please review the upcoming Bearfoot Bruin Patriot! Made in the USA, barefoot, and looks like it’s a stitchdown similar to the Jim Green Ranger/Trooper.
Here's my obligatory comment for the algorithm, I love your stuff man. Keep up the great work.
Vivo forest esc would have been more comparable for this video. I don't remember if you have done those before or not. They are pretty great. I have worn them everyday for a few years. I have been eyeing those jungles though since they have released. Definitely going to snag some if they run any kind of sale.
I have the Forest ESC, they are the best pair of shoes I've ever owned, honestly.
The grip of the ESC sole is just amazing! And they are super comfortable too... Surprisingly breathable for a pair of leather boots, and more than water resistant enough for Dutch weather!
Can't wait for the ESC Tundra to be released this winter. It's a tall Mukluk style barefoot boot from Vivo with a removable wool liner.
The forest esc comes in many flavors. From magna to tracker and jungle in terms of height. I have the magna forest esc and they’re the best boot I’ve had.
@@nathan8418that sounds awesome.
Was about to comment the same thing, the Jungle looks really good but hoping to see what Forest ESC looks like inside.
“Barefoot space pirate” lol
I know loafers might not be you think @roseAnvil. But there needs to be a quality guide out here, breaking down loafers. I need your opinion 😢
I've had a pair of the Bruins for the last 8 months. They took two or three weeks to break in, and the first week was really bad. Out of the box they're not comfortable. That being said, after a month or so they got to be so comfortable that I didn't even notice them on my feet. And worked great during the winter, too. The only thing I'm not sure I like about them is the absolute lack of ground feel compared to normal barefoot shoes - though that's to be expected for a boot
I can’t wait to get my boots!
Really intrigued by the Vivos. They look a bit funky, but I'm impressed by the intentionality behind the design. If they end up being durable, I'll be sold.
Ive got some vivi boots. Not these but they are tough as hell. Ive had them for 2-3 years and they are still going strong.
Those softstars look like they would be supremely comfortable after a quick breakin.
There is zero break in with soft star shoes...its a trade off of durability for flexibility. The MegaGrip/Zegama sole they use is very flexible but still provides a good ground feel. I have the shoes made with the same sole and suede midsole. I think the only bad thing about soft star is you might want extra support...
I did a 6 mile hiking with a 25LB pack...it was nice but zero ankle support, however no blisters, no hot spots...soft star out of the box is what you get, no break in.
Awesome review. In my experience the softer outsoles tend to have better performance on ice and slick rocks, even if overall durability is less. For me the increased traction on slick surfaces has forced me to choose slightly less durable outsoles for the increased traction, because falling off a mountain seems like it would kind of suck.
Same concept for tires. Winter tires use a softer rubber compound so they do wear a little faster.
Been waiting for this to drop
This video was amazing. Been a fan for a while, but this was extra good. Video about water outdoor shoes? I had some Olukai loafers that looked pretty good but fell apart. This kind of video would help a lot.
I walk about 15-20 miles a day on blacktop. Ive liked the barefoot shoes (whitin canvas) so far better than work boots. It took a while to get used to. It my back feels much better. Same with my knees and hips. My ankles still get sore, and so do the balls of my feet, but that’s getting better. I was an infantryman in the Marines. I’ve always worn boots. I never would have thought that barefoot style would be so much better for my body. I have a pair of the Jim green boots ordered. I can’t wait to try them. These Bearfoot ones look interesting. Same with the Vivos. I might buy them both and and see how long they last. Tim Pros with the anti fatigue soles were my go to.
I have been using barefoot shoes for quite a while. First Vibram Five Fingers for running and the gym. Then other brands gradually replaced my other shoes.
I don’t walk nearly as much as you, but I’ve found most of these brands to last very well. The soles are surprisingly durable. Partly because they encourage you to walk more gently. They won’t last as long as Tim’s but they hold up well compared to a squishy running shoe.
The Vivo’s in particular hold up very well, though I find their prices really high.
@@popuppete I don’t run anymore. lol. My body has been through to much for that to be fun anymore. I was interested in the 5 fingers, but then the lawsuit happened and I stayed away. These Witins have been ok so far. They are wearing at the ball of my foot and a little at the heel. I definitely walk softer. And I now realize how hard my heels would strong the ground. But that was trained into me. Takes a while to get out.
@@popuppete I did put in an insole. The balls of my feet were really sore the first week. I’d wear them the first couple hours then go back to my Brookes running shoes. Total opposite end of the spectrum. lol. But I have about 300 miles in them now. I will probably go without the insole on my next set of shoes. But I can definitely feel my foot reshaping.
@@Heretowatchstuff easing into those shoes is the smart way to do it. That was pretty much the end conclusion of that lawsuit stuff (along with big companies shouldn’t many unsupported claims)
Easing in helps reduce injuries as you strengthen parts of your body. There’s times you need to have support or protection, certainly lots of jobs that require it. But for most activities, I prefer to feel the ground beneath me and walk more naturally.
Retraining your walking habits takes a little while. I’d say it took me 2 solid months. And if I am exhausted I still heal strike at times.
I don’t really run. Just a mile with the kids or playing softball or something. I’m not a performance athlete. For that kind of casual exercise the Vibrams are great.
I love the wool felt that is used in the one boots. If only they used better leather.
I have four pairs of Ahinsa - amazing shoes, high quality. I’m not vegan, but whatever they use, is high quality and lightweight. I also love how wide their shoes are and some styles even come in extra-wide.
I love your videos. If you do cowboy boots again you should do Hyer boots!
I wish you would take a look at the other vivo boots. They're amazing
Those Vivos are fkn badass!!!!
Great breakdown of tall barefoot boots. Vivobarefoot has a unique design team that thinks outside the box it's very refreshing.
..I have the Vivo tracker forest ESC - which appear to have the same soles that boot your reviewing has and they are simply fantastic in terms of grip on various surfaces in the woods.
Will you do a review for Clark’s shoes? I liked the brand when I was a teenage. Had some shoes for going to school and liked them. I would like to know if they are good or was I miss out on the good stuff.
Great vid (as usual) and yes, theres a lot of money cut up on this episode.
GEA Waldeviertler should be here. They do this stuff from the 90s. Really impressive mostly leather shoes and low boots. From what I saw in the store is that they have 3 lines, glud, side stitch and stitchdown. Also they do 3 widths, means I found wide toe box for narrow feet
Somebody mentioned GEA in the comments on another video by Rose Anvil. I looked up their website and they look great.
Didn't know that brand. They look super cool.
@@sethbracken it could be me as well. I heard of them not long ago. Now I had hands on experience and they look good so I hope to see them in comparison
They are really well known in austria, I was wondering when they'd show up on rose anvil.
I wouldn't consider them a barefoot shoe tough. Depending on the model they have proper thick leather and construction and take a while to break in. With a wide toe-box.
Oh!!! wow! yes! finally!
Should've gone with the forest esc, best footwear ever.
Where in Salt Lake City or West Valley (where I live) can I find Jim Green boots?
Great options today. But I would have a hard time giving up my Jim Green's.
I do run a thin insole in mine but they are just so comfortable.
I love the Softstar switchbacks lookswise but since i live in europe they cost 340 euros (370usd) :(
Probably the least comparable with the others, the vivo. it's like a sneaker, a tech-shoe. not a leather boot like them others. different categories within the barefoots. and none of them are hiking boots, really. The bruins for me, looks like they lack some fitting. it's bulky on the forefoot, just look at your footage. I'd bet my right arm the softies will fall apart first. They look so appealing to put on, because of the wool and the craft, but when you see what they have chosen to do with the leather on the toe and around that area, this will open up quite quickly if you don't take really really good care of them. Glad to be able to see inside all of these. Really helpful. Vivo will always be tech-driven. They are always pushing out new designs, but they have already made their best pair of shoes and boots, so I'm not sure why they for example have chosen to wait until now with a proper tall shaft on their boot, when it's on the wrong pair :p The last thing I would mention, is that many of the brands have started working with rubber professionals. What that does is making the rubber sole appear what we know the brands can do, NOT what they have chosen to do with the soles for the shoes. The outer sole WILL wear out, it will not last for decades, even if they CAN make rubber that lasts that long. It doesn't matter if it's Vibram or Michelin, they don't tell us what they have chosen to do with the outer sole for the shoe, which means it can wear down after 1Y or 5Y.
Soft Star will answer e-mail and provides good customer support. I don't know about the others...and if you wait for the defects/clearance sale they usually get 100 bucks off. The SuperFabric is the most water resistant.
Finally, some innovation! That jungle boot looks amazing.
Why haven’t you ever done a breakdown in Oak Street Bootmakers?
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I like the Ahinsa best I want a boot that looks like a shoe plus the black color way are awesome, then the Soft Star is my second favorite, I don't like the bruin "bear foot" one at all and then I like the vivo but its to to tall!
Please do more reviews of the Softstar Switchback. How do the two fabric versions stand up to water and cold weather?
Love your videos !
Why didn’t you compare the VIVO TRACKER FOREST ESC instead of the JUNGLE who is more similar of the 3 others
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When you do another cowboy boot series you should get the ariat circuit patriot, from what I can find it’s one of the cheapest leather sole boots at $200
Please review the Lowa Combat Boot Mk2!
Best barefoot boots? Jim green
Naa. Toe box is bad.
@@galvanizedgnome I can respect that I personally like the toe box
bias
I agree is a great boot
I own and like the Barefoot African Ranger. But I wouldn’t consider it a barefoot boot because of the lack of ground feel. The soles are so thick you can’t feel much which is a key part of the barefoot styles.
Still a very good product but it’s in a subcategory of its own.
My biggest qualm with any vegan shoes is that they really don't tend to last as long as other shoes. I've tried too many pairs and within 6-9 months they consistently have a catastrophic failure...vivobarefoot is on that list for me, I've tried em
The leather vivos are a much better option compared to their vegan offerings. Better look, feel and durability.
This is a little out of your wheelhouse but a Czech company called Saltic just made the world's first barefoot climbing shoe. There are no videos on them yet, would be a really unique one for your channel!
I kinda want some insoles like the Softstars for my Jim Green Barefoot Rangers now...
Also, I'm pretty interested in those Jungle ESCs, even if I'm really not into the look lol, what a seriously cool boot!
I've seen barefoot style wool insoles being offered from a company called Duckfeet.
you cold? or need moisture control? 'cause there is no cushioning on them soles.
@@krimke881 A persons own foot can provide cushion if it's been conditioned properly. Wool is nice for odor and moisture control. Probably not going to be too warm wearing a boot designed for Africa.
Vivos need to make them in a coyote version for the military
Could you cut in half the redwing 2415 moc toe wedge sole keep up the great content Weston
cheers
Would be nice to see the Bearfoot Bruins compared to the Jim green Troopers
Out of curiosity, why didn't you include your partner boot with Jim Green in this video? Was it about being objective, different enough to not apply, or the timing of the new Trooper?
Should look at traditional stalking moccasin hunting boots with leather soles if you want “barefoot”. These are all disposable footwear.
I would like to see vivobarefoot trackers they are closer to the other boots in this line up
Just saw Logsdon & Co. traditional moccasin boots that look liked fit perfect into this
are they barefoots?
@@krimke881Yes. Traditional moccasins are the og “barefoot” lol
Waldviertler from Austria all the way. Especially the Jaga and tramper!
Just got my barefoot African rangers the other day and my back spasms are gone. Now I’m gonna save up for the heritage African troopers.
Have you considered making gear for welders?
I use this style of a show for my workouts. Buts that’s about as far as I am going lol. If I am paying this kind of $, I need those layers of leather.
you should cut the altima maritime assault boots in half. they're similar to the barefoot boots
Im on my third set of Altima MABs I use em for swimming mostly, they fit rocket fins well. But honestly they dont hold up. The Shoe is narrow and not really comfy, soles breakdown, on the inner footbed. Im lucky if I can get one season out of them. I also use em to ride my dirt bike down to the creek and creek romp in them in water and rocks.
They have a narrow toe box, I don’t think they are qualified to be classified as barefoot shoes.
After all your sawing and evaluation of what makes a quality boot..... what is it that made the barefoot design so attractive to you?
It seems like the polar opposite of the quality you've praised in PNW boots like Nick's etc.
did you use the regular or wide Softstar Switchback?
Both the leather and super fabric in the video are the regular width version.
@@Panksmith cheers
What about Conker boots??
Vivo is very high quality, ive been barefoot shoeing it for 2 years and my escape 2’s are the best shoes ive ever purchased.
So a fake goodyear weld, and still positive…. Sorry Winston, since when are you so forgiving….😉
FYI: Bruin is Dutch for brown.
Please review and destroy Timberland Pro Rigmaster boots!!!!!
Vivo is going nuts with their prices.
I love their shoes and most of mine lasted really well. But their pricing is very high.
Re: topic at 13:41; no ports on the Vivo Jungles because the whole upper lets water right through :~)
Bro......... What's it gonna take to get you to do a video, and cut in half on the Nike Air Foamposite 1?????
I've had heavy hunting boots with soles less durable than Vivo Michelin rubber
i have the vivobarefoot magna and they are just a bad shoe; the "no tongue sock thing" just makes the laces dig into your foot, and makes typing them not great. VBF is just getting worse and worse, and i have been wearing them for more than a decade now. i buy them less and less often :/
I have the switchbacks and can confirm they are indeed super hot, i only wear them in cold weather.
Bro you needs to be a little more critical of the too good to true wool hype, because most of it was just kinda made up by the wool industry to sell more wool.
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A very minimum of 5,000 years using leather for footwear and I hope we've come to the conclusion that it's the best material for boots. Even conceptually, wearing a bigger tougher animal's skin to protect our soft skin makes perfect sense.
I wonder if there's been some bad blood occuring in Rose Anvils barefoot colab with Jim Green for him to specifically make a barefoot boot video and not mention Jim Greens seems suspiciously political omitting Jim Greens when they're widely regarded as one of the best, if not THE best barefoot boot options for consumers at the moment.
I'd bet on him trying to be fair to the field by giving other barefoot boots a spotlight. He's mentioned that it isn't his intention to attempt to corner the market. And I highly doubt he's trying to censor a collab boot he's made multiple videos on already and clearly loves.
@@bobabo yep that is exactly what he is doing, he mentioned it on the second channel
expensive for what you get
The Jim Greens are significantly better
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As a small business owner f multiple businesses over the years. how are those not write offs?
Where's the Jim Green
I'm with you. I like that barefoot boots have the wide toe box and zero drop, but ground feel is overrated. I'm ok not feeling every gravel I step on.
You get used to it. And you even forget about it after some time. At first though, for sure. Your brain reacts and when you look down, it's just a tiny pebble.
You should check Merrell wrapt, they are almost barefoot
Did I miss it, or did he not mention the toe break? Never been a fan when a boot bends into the toes instead of maintaining shape when you arch your toes.
Missing Rockies Outback
are they barefoots? wide toebox?
@krimke881 barefoot but narrow-medium
How is your very own Jim green barefoot ranger not even in contention? 👀
Bias
Imagine trying to clean that first pair of boots.... all those wiggly bits gonna get stuffed full of mud and dirt.
My bearfoot bruins sole started deliminading within three months.
how weird to have 4 pairs of boots and none bad.
Should have done Nick's tactical boot for the 4th!
and that is a barefoot shoe too?
@krimke881 Nope, but it's a boot that I have been wanting him to review.
Which one has the widest toebox? looks like leather switchback.(I wish Jim Green would make a toebox very wide like that.
Sir I need help finding this boot I have a pic and nothing comes up and I tried reverse imaging it, is there a way I can send you a pic of them?
try different search engines
@@krimke881 I did nothing works
Nothing works sir
bro dont support or promote vivo, I bought like 4 pairs of vivos over the years. They dont last no matter what and the soles wear out so fast.
My son and I had the bruins. I gotta say, they are trash. Stitching came out and the leather soles scrunched up at though they had been a dryer. Customer service wanted us to jump off a bridge. Beware.
I like the barefoot shoes because there's not a chunk of shit hanging off the bottom of the foot. But I don't like how they almost always come down to a point at the toe. Looks dumb.
I'd second the altima maritime shoes for a dissection soon. I do like mine, have had the same pair for a few years now and they're still going.
I find this annoying for me too! But for a different reason, my second toe is a good bit longer than my big toe.
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Any type of shoes won't fit guys who walk in correctly, always worn out at the heels first or dragging foot note at a loud noises.
lol he tried so hard to be nice to the fake leather :) if that was me i wud be banned off the platform
Fake welt auto dq from my list
Thought of getting a pair. But I don't understand why they are so expensive for footwear that has so little structure in it.
Just think of vegan leather as a type of cloth or fabric and you'll be able to breathe much easier. You may even gain a new perspective on it.
They shouldnt call it leather then lol
Well it is just plastic, its a shame they have leather in their name
Jim Green barefoot Rangers are the only barefoot boots that give me enough support. Most barefoot boots aren't much better than bare feet.
That's the whole point lol
...barefoots are not supposed to give you support dude.
i respect your interest in the barefoot boot game but i think they all look wonky
Function over fashion. No bunions or LeBron toes for those who wear barefoot boots.